'... and that's why I would never wear suspenders in public.' Oh wait- we're back! I mean, I'm back... from my looong and perilous journey. Ferb was just telling me his suspenders story, (I am going to sleep with one eye open now, thank you very much Ferb!) to pass some time. Okay, now let's answer these lovely reviews. 'I still can't believe you killed me!' Ugh... be quiet, Ferb...

Stinkfly3: Well that's good to know. :)

Sierra275: Like those quotes, and really? That explains a lot, with you giving me those military tips in all (am I really that oblivious? Must be catching it from Phineas). XD

PheonixWormwood137: I'll let Ferb answer this... Ferb? 'I'm not dead! I mean I am but... I am confused.' See? He's speechless in my presence. "No I'm not!'

blaineandthepips488: Would you rather have a predictable fairy tale ending? lol, this chapter is a bit happier, I promise.

reppad98: I never said that! Just read my 'Just a Dream' story, that proves that I'm not afraid to kill off anyone. ;)

Michi41: They may or may not change... haven't decided yet.

xFlowersofDarkx: Okay, okay! Ima updating!

Lummie: 'Yep, it's me.' I called him in when I decided to leave the country. and yeah, that would be pretty funny. XD

CloudwatcherNumbuh7: I know... but you'll find out more in this chapter.

WordNerb93: 'WordNerb93 was kidding about the flamethrower.' I know that! No, I wasn't aware of that quote (considering I don't know what Halo is). Which quote was it?

karly05: lol, XD No I didn't don't worry, I want to hear what you think is going to happen! What's wrong with killing a main character anyway?

thewolfstar: Oh yea good, I don't have my rabie shots. :)

RosyInkLiv54: 'I'm right here! Why does everyone think I'm dead?' You know what, Ferb just... be mute for now... And yeah, Phineas has finally snapped. Something had to be said.

Okay guess that's it. 'Can I say the disclaimer?' ... sure?

'BroadwayFanGirl91 does not own me or Phineas...'


Vanessa stood in an empty field. The tall grass tickled her legs as she walked slowly through the field. This scene was all too familiar to her. And if this was exactly like she sees it every once in a while, she knew who would be showing up very soon. Before she knew it, she saw Ferb come running up to her. With a smile, she ran and jumped into his arms. They both fell to the ground and held each other close.

She snuggled up against his bare chest and breathed in his scent once again. His hands were entangled in her hair and his lips were pressed against her forehead. She pulled back and looked up at the man that she grew to love. He was warm and alive; everything was perfect… maybe too perfect.

Vanessa was the first to speak, "This must be a dream…"

Ferb smiled down at her and spoke with his crisp English accent, "I'm afraid so, love and it's almost time for you to awake."

Vanessa sighed and leaned back up against him, "I don't want to wake up… I'm stuck in a world without you and it's killing me."

"Death cannot stop true love, all it can do is delay it for a while."

Vanessa rolled her eyes, "You so took that from Princess Bride… but no truer words have been spoken."

"It's your dream, Vanessa. I'm saying everything that you want me to say."

"Well right now, I don't want you to say anything.."

Ferb smiled and started kissing her neck. She melted into the pure bliss of the moment, and wished with all her heart to stay asleep forever. Everywhere his lips touched left a small electric shock, which made her want even more.

"I miss you, my love." Vanessa whispered, "I miss you with all my aching heart."

Ferb pulled back and looked into her eyes, "Your heart won't ache for long, love I'm still here with you… you just have to find me."

"Can't you give me a small hint?"

Ferb grinned and tapped her nose, "You know that's against the rules."

"I can't live like this any longer, I need you here with me. Please, tell me what I must do."

Ferb didn't reply, instead he leaned down and kissed her on the lips. She once again melted and held him tight. She felt his arms wrap around her back and pull her closer. Her hands found their way up to his head, so that she may entangle her own hands in his emerald hair. A small tear escaped her eye; she knew that this perfect moment must soon end.

His lips continued to move against hers, and soon she could feel herself waking up. She groaned and soon broke apart. Ferb leaned his head against hers and spoke softly,

"Don't lose hope, Vanessa…"

Vanessa shook her head, "I won't stop searching for you."

Ferb smiled and kissed her cheek lightly, "Now awake, my love… awake…"


Vanessa awoke in tangled sheets, her mouth kept uttering those words,

"Awake… awake…"

She finally opened her eyes and saw the bright sunlight trying to peek through the curtains. She put her hand behind her head and looked around the empty bedroom. Even though Ferb's been gone for about a month, she still couldn't get used to waking up alone.

She flipped back the covers and stretched her arms over her head. A faint smell of eggs made her stomach growl, sounds like breakfast was almost ready. After getting on a pair of jeans and a t-shirt, Vanessa walked out of the room and walked downstairs.

Phineas and Isabella were both in the kitchen, making up breakfast when she walked in.

"Good morning, guys." Vanessa spoke,

Phineas and Isabella turned and spoke in unison, "Good morning, Vanessa."

Things went on as normal that morning, they ate, talked and enjoyed each other's company. Just as Phineas was getting ready to leave, the phone rang. He quickly jumped up and grabbed it,

"Good morning?"

A man's voice was heard on the other line, "Yes, hello is this, Phineas Flynn."

"The one and only, how can I help you?"

"My name is Doctor Andrew, and I'm calling from the Westview Hospital."

"Westview? Aren't you about twenty minutes away from Danville? Why are you calling me?"

"I'm calling in reference to your step-brother, Ferb Fletcher."

Phineas's grip tightened on the phone when he heard Ferb's name, "You know, Ferb?"

Vanessa and Isabella's heads picked up when they heard Phineas say that.

"Mr. Flynn we have your brother here at the hospital."

Phineas nearly fainted when the doctor spoke. Instead he dropped the phone and sank down to his knees in complete shock. Vanessa quickly got up and picked up the phone,

"Yes, yes hello? You said something about, Ferb?"

"Yes" Doctor Andrew spoke, "I just said that we have him here at the hospital."

Vanessa's eyes widened, "Is he… still alive?"

"More or less, he's been unconscious for about a month now. I think it would be best for you to come to Westview Hospital, and I'll explain everything to you in person."

"Of course, we'll be right down. Thank you so much."

After hanging up the phone, Vanessa quickly grabbed a sweater,

"We have to get to that hospital right now!"

Phineas nodded, still slightly shocked, "Yeah… okay…"

Isabella helped him to his feet and looked at Vanessa, "I'll drive."

The drive only took twenty minutes, but it felt much longer. Isabella's hands gripped the steering wheel tightly, Phineas looked out the window and bit his lip and Vanessa kept telling her self to keep breathing so she wouldn't pass out.

They reached the hospital soon enough and parked. All three of them raced into the hospital and were stopped by several nurses. After explaining why they were there, the nurses directed them to Doctor Andrew's whereabouts. They continued running down one of the halls until they reached an older man with a nametag that said 'Dr. Andrew.'

The doctor looked up at them and nodded, "You're Phineas I presume."

"Yes, and this is my wife, Isabella and Ferb's wife, Vanessa."

The doctor looked over at Vanessa, "Wife, huh? Well okay, you three should sit down, we need to have a talk."

Once they sat, Vanessa spoke up, "Where's Ferb? Can we see him?"

The doctor nodded, "Yes of course, but first I need to tell you that, Ferb is in… unstable condition."

Phineas frowned, "Unstable? As in…"

"He was shot five times, three in his legs, once in his shoulder and once in his side. Luckily, nothing was damaged from that, except he lost quite a bit of blood."

Vanessa nodded, "Yes, but… is there something else?"

The doctor took a deep breath, "He has two shattered ribs, a punctured lung and many bruises that cover his body. My guess is that he got those from being tossed around in the river. He's also in a coma, so he hasn't been awake at all since he came here."

"But… he's going to live… right?"

"That's where the unstable part comes in. He's on life support right now, and I fear that if we took him off of it at any time, he could possibly die."

Phineas gulped, "But… he's going to get stronger and wake up… right?"

The doctor gave him a small smile, "Well, if he wakes up, he'll be looking pretty good."

"Over the phone, you said he's been here for about a month, correct?"

"Yes, someone found his body lying on a riverbank, so the ambulance came and brought him here to be treated. No one knew who he was, until my twelve-year-old daughter came in and saw him." The doctor chuckled, "She told me that this was the man that she had dreams to marry someday because he was so awesome on T.V. Right after that is when she said that I should call up his brother, Phineas Flynn and tell him that his brother was here. And so, here we are."

Isabella smiled, "Well, I guess that's the advantage of having fans, they'll still recognize you, even in a hospital."

He doctor nodded and stood up, "I guess I'll take you in to see him, but please be very quiet."

He led them into a dimly lit room, and stepped aside so that they could walk in. Vanessa squinted her eyes, and with no mistake, saw a familiar green haired boy lying on the bed. She gasped and ran right over to his side. Ferb was lying on the bed, a small frown was written on his face and she could see bruises on his face and hands. She imagined that there was more underneath his hospital garment.

Vanessa kneeled down next to him and gently took his hand. It was slightly cold when she took it, so she began to warm it up by kissing his fingers softly. His face looked so sad and lonely to her. She felt tears forming in her eyes as she whispered,

"Oh, Ferb…"

Phineas was on his other side and he kneeled down as well. He took Ferb's other cold hand and pressed it against his cheek. What he wouldn't give to see his brother's eyes open up and look at him. Looking at him now, all cold and pale, was definitely not how Phineas would ever picture Ferb. It was just too sad and depressing.

Isabella stood behind Phineas and watched as the two struggled not to cry. She had to hold in her own tears as well; the sight was just so sad and wrong. Something like this should never have to happen to anyone, especially Ferb.

The doctor cleared his throat, "I'll leave you three alone now, please let me know if you need anything."

Vanessa nodded, but didn't take her eyes off of her dear husband. She used her other hand to gently bush his injured cheek. She kissed his hand again and let her lips linger on his cool hand. She looked up at Phineas, who was struggling to keep his tears in and spoke,

"We have to be strong for him, Phineas he needs us now more then ever."

Phineas nodded and wiped his moist eyes, "I agree, Vanessa… but what can we do?"

"We can just sit here and… talk to him. He may not be able to reply, but he can listen."

Phineas chuckled, "So… it will be exactly like he's awake. After all, he doesn't say much anyway."

Vanessa gave him a small smile and looked back at Ferb, "Honey I know you can hear us, we're here for you if you need anything."

Phineas gave his brother's hand a squeeze, "Yeah, Ferb I don't care how long it takes, we're going to wait right here."

Isabella leaned over and spoke, "We miss you, Ferb and we hope to soon see you wake up from your deep sleep."

Vanessa nodded and kissed his hand again, "Please… come back to us…"


Okay there you go, they found him and he's still alive! Happy now? 'What did you do to me?' It's just a story Ferb, now calm down... okay, thanks for reading. Review?